ELDERLY residents on Canvey are being reminded they can phone the Age Concern helpline during the bad weather.

The charity has temporarily closed its base at The Paddocks, in Long Road, Canvey, due to the bad weather conditions.

It is the first time since opening there ten years ago that it has had to close.

Spokeswoman Grace Smith said: “If anyone needs help or advice or one of our volunteers to get shopping then we’ll do our best to help.”

The helpline number is 01268 515883.